Wildfire Class Action Lawsuit Updates
Wildfire Class Action Lawsuit Updates
The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani have filed class action lawsuits against Southern California Edison (SCE) in the wake of the Eaton Fire.
Our wildfire attorneys are investigating SCE’s role in igniting the Eaton Fire. We fully understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that losing everything to a wildfire can take. Jacob and his team are working to help clients get compensated for property damage/loss, personal injury, and death. Here, you’ll find the latest updates on our wildfire class action lawsuit as it unfolds.
Wildfire Updates
February 11, 2025: The Potential Economic Hit on SCE Becomes Clearer
According to the Los Angeles Times, Southern California Edison could have to repay several billion dollars of the estimated $10 billion in insured damages from the Eaton Fire. Total financial losses could be much higher (by comparison, the utility’s net income was $516 million in Q3 2024). However, SCE may be protected by an emergency fund created by California lawmakers in 2019, which can cover up to $21 billion in losses if necessary.
February 6, 2025: 40+ Lawsuits Are Filed Against Southern California Edison
More than 40 lawsuits were filed against SCE as of February 6, 2025 (per the L.A. Times), amid findings by investigators using drones, cameras, and metal detectors. Theories have emerged about how the utility’s equipment caused the Eaton Fire that destroyed so many structures. Of particular interest are the transmission towers where the first flames of the wildfire were observed.
January 30, 2025: New Evidence of SCE Liability Emerges
Photos of an exposed wire below an SCE utility tower fueled suspicion of the company’s responsibility for the Eaton Fire. Experts believe an electrical arc from an exposed grounding wire ignited nearby vegetation. The utility denied knowledge of any faults in its transmission lines.
January 19, 2025: Jacob Emrani Submits a Class Action Lawsuit Against Southern California Edison
The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani submitted a mass tort lawsuit against SCE in partnership with Rosen Saba, LLP. All homeowners, renters, and business owners affected by the Eaton Fire are invited to schedule a free consultation. Jacob Emrani expressed the importance of accountability and said, “We’re committed to fighting for the compensation our clients need to fully rebuild their lives.”
January 13, 2025: Lawsuits Are Filed
By January 13, NPR reported that at least two lawsuits had been filed against Southern California Edison. Officials speculate faulty power lines may have started the Eaton Fire. One complaint alleged that SCE was negligent in handling what it knew to be extreme fire conditions. It cites the company violated public safety and utility codes and didn’t use power safety shut-offs properly.
January 7, 2025: The Eaton Fire Erupts
The Eaton Fire began in Eaton Canyon and was driven into populated areas like Altadena by strong Santa Ana winds. Ultimately, it would destroy 9,418 buildings, damage 1,073 structures, and kill 17 people, according to NBC News, and burn over 14,000 acres. The Palisades Fire erupted earlier that morning, devastating numerous homes in Pacific Palisades and Malibu. It killed 12 people and destroyed over 6,800 structures.
Have You Been Affected by the 2025 L.A. Wildfires?
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If you’ve lost a home or business in the Eaton Fire or other recent wildfire, our wildfire lawsuit attorneys are here to help. Our ongoing class action lawsuit against Southern California Edison can mean you may be entitled to compensation. Or, we can help if your insurance company has denied your claim.
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While the often overwhelming costs of receiving medical care and treatment that could be ongoing, long-term or even permanent for your physical injuries are certainly a part of cases like these, your Los Angeles personal injury attorney can also assist you in seeking compensation for injuries that extend to emotional hardship, damage to your personal property and financial coverage.
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